As the leaves change color and the days get dimmer, the risk of slip and fall incidents increases significantly. Falls are a major public health concern, especially for seniors, who are more susceptible to injuries from such accidents. Falls are also quite common, unfortunately: there are approximately 37 million older adult falls and 3 million…
We’ve all suffered a twisted ankle at least once in our lives, but if you have Chronic Ankle Instability (CAI), this may be quite an understatement. CAI is a real condition (a common one, in fact) that occurs when the ankle joint becomes repeatedly unstable, often due to previous sprains or injuries. But while it…
Although Lollapalooza 2024 is behind us, the Chicago summer music festival scene is far from over. With ARC right around the corner, house lovers of all ages, shapes, and sizes will flood Union Park to dance and sing to the genre’s best artists. And while this sounds good and fun to the mind, the feet…
So you’ve found a really awesome pair of shoes online, but they’re a half-size too big. So what, right? Well, maybe not so fast. Finding the perfect fitting pair of shoes can be an overwhelming task, but with potential injuries afoot, perhaps it’s worth it to bite the bargain bullet and go for the more…
Aquatic sports offer a refreshing escape from the heat, but they can also pose risks to your foot and ankle health. So, as long as summer isn’t over, your feet are still susceptible to the ocean, the pool, the lake, and other potentially hazardous waters you compete in. This August, at My Chicago Foot Expert,…
Our very own Dr. Alexopoulos was the only podiatrist from Chicago to treat athletes at the Athens 2004 Summer Olympics, and he’s thrilled to be watching the games in Paris now. However, he also knows the risks they might run into a little better than most. That’s what this blog is all about! Read on…
If you’re a high-level athlete, you’re probably no stranger to the dreaded sprints at the end of practice. But is sprinting as good for you as coaches think it is? With its explosive bursts of speed and power, sprinting places immense demands on the feet that could lead to either positive adaptations or potential injuries….
Growing pains are a common concern for parents of active children. While more commonly associated with leg pain, they can also occur in the feet, which can worry those who may not realize what’s happening.
We at My Chicago Foot Expert sympathize with the burning question about growing pains, so let’s dive into how they manifest in the feet.
Even the most dedicated runners will eventually face a problem that they can’t outpace: foot and ankle injuries. While the occasional twinge might be nothing critical, persistent pain can sideline you for an extended period of time, leading to chronic complications, loss of mobility, instability, and more. My Chicago Foot Expert makes patient education a…
Children are constantly exploring the world and burning off energy. But what if their feet aren’t keeping up? Custom orthotics might be necessary for kids experiencing foot pain, gait abnormalities, or certain conditions like in-toeing or out-toeing. In this article, we at My Chicago Foot Expert will go over the benefits of custom orthotics and…
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